Le Present (Present Tense) Conjugation of the French Verb dépareiller

Introduction to the verb dépareiller

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The English translation of the French verb dépareiller is “to mismatch” or “to not match”. The pronunciation of the infinitive form dépareiller is “dey-pa-re-yay”.

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Dépareiller originated from the combination of the prefix “dé-” (indicating negation or reversal) and the verb “pareiller” (to match or pair). It is commonly used in everyday French to describe something that doesn’t match or is not in harmony with its surroundings.

Examples:

Les chaises dépareillent la table. (The chairs mismatch the table.)
Son style vestimentaire dépareille avec les autres invités. (His dressing style doesn’t match with the other guests.)
Les couleurs de la décoration dépareillent complètement. (The colors of the decoration are completely mismatched.)

Dépareiller – About the French Present Tense

The French present tense, also known as “le présent,” is used to describe actions that are happening at the moment of speaking or for actions that are habitual, general truths, or that will occur in the near future. It’s the most basic and common tense in French.

To take a deep dive into all the French tenses then see our article on Mastering French Tense Conjugation.

Common Everyday Usage Patterns For Le Present

1. Describing Actions in the Present: The present tense is used to describe actions happening right now or at the moment of speaking. For example: “Je parle avec mon ami” (I am talking to my friend).

2. Expressing Habits and Routines: The present tense is used to talk about habitual actions or routines. For example: “Je travaille tous les jours” (I work every day).

3. Stating General Truths: The present tense is used to express general truths or facts. For example: “La Terre tourne autour du soleil” (The Earth orbits around the sun).

4. Talking about Near Future: The present tense can be used to express future actions that are very imminent or part of a planned schedule. For example: “Je pars demain matin” (I am leaving tomorrow morning).

Interactions with Other Tenses

– Present vs. Future Tense: In some cases, the French present tense can be used to express the future when the context makes it clear that the action is imminent. However, for actions further in the future or less certain, the future tense is typically used.

– Present vs. Past Tenses: To describe actions that occurred in the past, you would use the past tenses like the passé composé (compound past) or the imparfait (imperfect). The choice between these past tenses depends on the specific aspect and circumstances of the past action.

– Present vs. Conditional Tense: The conditional tense is used to express actions that are dependent on a condition. If a condition is met, the action may happen. The present tense is used for actions in the present, while the conditional is used for hypothetical or future actions based on conditions.

– Present vs. Imperative: The imperative mood is used to give commands or make requests. The present tense is used for general statements, and the imperative is used for direct orders or requests.

Understanding the French present tense and its interactions with other tenses is crucial for effective communication in French. Without it, you cannot become proficient!

Table of the Present Tense Conjugation of dépareiller

Pronoun	Conjugation	Short Example	English Translation
je	dépareille	Je dépareille mes chaussettes.	I mismatch my socks.
tu	dépareilles	Tu dépareilles ta tenue.	You mismatch your outfit.
il	dépareille	Il dépareille ses gants.	He mismatches his gloves.
elle	dépareille	Elle dépareille ses boucles d’oreilles.	She mismatches her earrings.
on	dépareille	On dépareille les assiettes.	One mismatches the plates.
nous	dépareillons	Nous dépareillons nos chaussures.	We mismatch our shoes.
vous	dépareillez	Vous dépareillez vos couverts.	You mismatch your cutlery.
ils	dépareillent	Ils dépareillent leurs coussins.	They mismatch their cushions.
elles	dépareillent	Elles dépareillent leurs chapeaux.	They mismatch their hats.